PROPOSED
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AMENDMENTS TO H.C.R. 2018
(Reference to printed resolution)
Strike everything after the enacting clause and insert:
"Whereas, the American system of government was founded on free enterprise, private property ownership and individual liberty; and
Whereas, respect for private property rights is a founding principle of our democracy and of our country; and
Whereas, personal property rights are a foundational principle in our republic, as affirmed by a continuous history of legal due process and “takings” protections against governmental infringement of said rights; and
Whereas, these personal property rights have perpetually been linked to the individual prosperity that results from capitalizing the resources and labors on and from one’s personal property; and
Whereas, government policies that unduly restrict private land use or that create anti-competitive market conditions hinder both the personal and general economic benefits that come from entrepreneurial development on personal property; and
Whereas, vigilance in protecting personal property rights, among other fundamental rights within a free society, from the increasing reach of both governmental and societal forces has become an urgent necessity; and
Whereas, private property is under assault by overreaching government regulations and extremist organizations.
Therefore
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives of the State of Arizona, the Senate concurring:
That the Members of the Legislature express their strong support of and commitment to protecting individual private property rights in this state and in our great nation."
Amend title to conform